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"One thing we've discovered is that some of the children who come here aren't even aware that they are coming to see a parent in prison.

"For it to be a derelict and overground area, it's not always the brightest experience but doing this has turned it into visiting a parent rather than just visiting a prisoner. That was our main aim."

The NCS brings together 16 and 17-year-old from different backgrounds and aims to help them develop greater confidence, self-awareness and responsibility. It encourages personal and social development by working on skills like leadership, teamwork and communication.

The group joined up with Choices to deliver the project at Exeter prison.

"We started a little over two weeks ago, looking at where we could work to brighten up an area and work with children," added Ruth.